What Is Diabetic Neuropathy?  Sustained, untreated high blood sugar levels can damage almost every organ in the body, and the nerves are among the most sensitive. Damage to the nerves, or diabetic neuropathy, starts with the nerves of your lower extremities. Symptoms include pins and needles, burning sensation, pain and numbness in the legs and feet, as well as problems with the dig... https://www.freedomfromdiabetes.org/blog/post/diabetic-neuropathy/2630